• Apartments
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub

Viglatoras is a traditional stone house set at the foot of Mount Psiloritis. Surrounded by farm land and forested hills, it offers agrotourism activities and has a Cretan tavern. Heraklion is 12 mi away. Furnished with respect to Cretan tradition, Viglatoras maisonettes and suites have seating areas with fireplace, cool stone floors and stone-built sofas. Modern features include air conditioning and heating and equipped kitchens. Guests can enjoy Greek coffee, herbal tea and homemade pastries at the café with fireplace or the upper-floor lounge with piano. Free Wi-Fi is available in communal areas. Viglatoras guests have the opportunity to pick fruit and vegetables, watch the preparation of traditional food and pastries, or take part in weaving workshops. Several taverns serving traditional Cretan cuisine can be found in the surrounding area. There are numerous attractions within a short distance from the farm, including Byzantine churches, the famous cave of Sarhos, wine presses, raki distilleries and more. Organized tours are available on request.

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Property highlights

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 queen bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.8
Location
7.9
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  • Eeva
    Finland Finland
    The main house with separate apartment house hidden in the garden is peaceful, lovely, traditional and the garden very beautiful. One day we had visitors with a little girl, and it was lovely to wander with her in the garden.
  • Niklas
    Germany Germany
    Very kind and welcoming hosts, beautiful villa and garden (!), good shower, good prices, beautiful shady terasse under wine.
  • Mc13600
    France France
    la situation géographique au milieux de la campagne et la qualité du logement au milieux des oliviers dans un environnement très calme. Hôtes très très accueillants et très disponibles. Petit déjeuner parfait.

Hosted by Anastasia Filippidi

8.8
8.8
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Anastasia Filippidi
The VIGLATORAS Traditional Apartments is a traditional farm set in a lush green little village, Sarhos, at the foot of Mt. Pseiloritis, 20 km from the town of Heraklion. VIGLATORAS consists of little accommodation units (cottages) conveniently arranged on a forested hill of 73 acres. The units are built, decorated, and furnished in a style that blends harmoniously with the environment and with due respect to Cretan tradition. At the same time the units are comfortable and relaxing. The farm offers numerous natural attractions and guests have also the opportunity to pick fruit and vegetables, watch the preparation of traditional food and pastries, etc. All these things provide guests with an alternative form of recreation for a number of days. The accommodation complex of VIGLATORAS is conveniently located at the centre of Crete, which facilitates access to other attractions on the island.
Inside the farm you will find a spacious old stone house which is furnished and equipped in such a way as to reflect the particular style of Cretan architecture and tradition. This house is available for multiple use (coffee shop, tavern, sitting-room, recreation area). In the old, stone house, the spacious room on the ground floor functions as living room and restaurant area where guests are served with delicious preparations of Cretan style.
Agrotourism and Cretan Diet The holidays in an agrotourist complex in Crete are bound together with famous Cretan diet, where the visitor has the chance to taste it and also help preparing it. By that, Cretan products like cheese, honey, vegetables, olive oil, oregano, thyme, sage, rusks, wine, raki from local vines and aromatic herbs as well as many more will constitute the basic ingredients of your meals, which will be cooked by the owner or another cook of the area based on traditional recipes. Agrotourism and Activities The farm offers numerous natural attractions and guests have also the opportunity to pick fruits and vegetables, watch the preparation of traditional food and pastries, etc. All these things provide with an alternative form of recreation for a number of days. There are numerous other attractions at short distances from the farm, e.g. Byzantine churches, the famous “honos” cave of Sarhos, wine presses, local drink (raki) make-shift distilleries, old water-mill, oil-press, etc. The beauties of nature guests will have the opportunity to enjoy either on foot or on the back of a donkey. Organized tours are also available on request.
Languages spoken: Greek,English

Area info

Amenities of Viglatoras
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linens
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Living Area
  • Desk
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Spa
  • Yoga classes
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
  • Detached
Transportation
  • Bicycle rental
  • Car rental
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Playground
Cleaning Services
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Pet bowls
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
    Additional charge
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
Languages Spoken
  • Greek
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Viglatoras of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

License number: 1039K133K3107001

FAQs about Viglatoras

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Viglatoras on this page.

  • Viglatoras offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Bicycle rental
    • Yoga classes

  • Check-in at Viglatoras is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • The prices at Viglatoras may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Viglatoras can accommodate this group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Viglatoras is 350 feet from the center of Sárkhos. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Viglatoras has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, Viglatoras is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Viglatoras on this page.